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Learner Reviews & Feedback for COVID-19 Contact Tracing by Johns Hopkins University

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About the Course

The COVID-19 crisis has created an unprecedented need for contact tracing across the country, requiring thousands of people to learn key skills quickly. The job qualifications for contact tracing positions differ throughout the country and the world, with some new positions open to individuals with a high school diploma or equivalent. In this introductory course, students will learn about the science of SARS-CoV-2 , including the infectious period, the clinical presentation of COVID-19, and the evidence for how SARS-CoV-2 is transmitted from person-to-person and why contact tracing can be such an effective public health intervention. Students will learn about how contact tracing is done, including how to build rapport with cases, identify their contacts, and support both cases and their contacts to stop transmission in their communities. The course will also cover several important ethical considerations around contact tracing, isolation, and quarantine. Finally, the course will identify some of the most common barriers to contact tracing efforts -- along with strategies to overcome them....

Top reviews

GS

Feb 11, 2021

I learned a lot from this course. There were things mentioned that I had not considered when first looking at the course. One of those things were the effectiveness of contact tracing through time.

JD

Sep 26, 2020

Enjoyed this course. I learned several new facts and was able to explain to family members the signs and symptoms of Covid-19; how important it is to cooperate with a tracer.This course made me think!

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By Alan D

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May 15, 2020

Excellent Introductory Course to COVID-19 Contact Tracing fundimentials. Creative use of video-based roleplaying integraged with text and reinforced with frequent tests to verify comprehension of materials.

By Morris L M

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May 14, 2020

Excellent online course to learn introductory concepts to Covid-19 Contact Tracing. I highly recommend this course for anyone wanting to become familiar with principles of contact tracing and public health.

By MARIA Z

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Feb 13, 2023

Excelente método, realmente el aprendizaje es significativo,el lenguaje es claro,sencillo,y con el convertidor de idiomas ,los vídeos se facilita la comprensión.El contenido y material para excelente...

By Michele R

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Apr 23, 2021

The course was very valuable and informational. I really loved the process of teaching with the lecture and quiz at the end of each module. I believe this was very effective in my learning the information.

By Juliette C

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Nov 18, 2020

The course was what I needed and was excellent. The only thing was that it was done by an American University. I know that this site is international but a Canadian perspective would have been appreciated.

By Ronda M

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Nov 1, 2020

This course was very informative about Covid19 as well as the need for Contact Tracing to protect public health in our Country. I look forward to being part of the solution that ends this global pandemic.

By Aimee B

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Oct 10, 2020

very clearly presented information, I was pleased to find that the narrative is included, as I am a visual learner and don't generally pick up concepts the first time around when it is just audio provided.

By Patricia D

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Sep 10, 2020

This Coarse was very informative and easy to take. I am pleased that I learned so much and I do recommend this coarse to everyone. It’s a great tool to have, especially this days and probably more to come!

By Elizabeth O

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Aug 5, 2020

Excellent, easy to learn information that was straight to the point and taught me any and everything I would want to know about Covid 19. As a school nurse I will definitely be using this information SOON!

By Megan J

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Jul 1, 2020

Learned a lot about COVID-19 and contact tracing. Highly recommend even if you aren't looking to become a contact tracer. Demystifies a lot about the illness and methods to help end it without a vaccine.

By Ishfaq A

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Jun 25, 2020

It is very essential for every health care proffesionals to learn how to detect contacts of covid 19 cases to reduce number of active patients. Thanks Coursera and Johns Hopkins for arrenging this course.

By Daniele B

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Jun 24, 2020

Huge amount of information available with a great and qualified tutor. This course is a fantastic opportunity to learn more about the Covid-19 and the delicate and so important activity of Contact Tracing.

By Varun C N

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Jun 21, 2020

I took this course since I had no idea of how people are identified as contacts. I must say that the teaching was very much at the basic level, which helped me understand the basic idea of Contact tracing.

By Janice P

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Jun 2, 2020

The manner of the presentation was clear, realistic and relatable. The pace was relaxed and easy to identify the important and relevant pieces of information. Overall, a fine learning module. Thank you.

By Kristine G

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May 30, 2020

I really liked this course because Dr. Emily Gurley made It feel as If she was talking with me In a classroom setting as opposed to at me. Easy to follow course with comprehensive and relevant Information.

By Vahini P

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May 28, 2020

An easy to understand course that provides you with teaching examples that guide you through identifying and assisting people dealing with infectious diseases. Highly recommend, health practitioner or not!

By WEISIYU Q

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May 25, 2020

GREAT course for Health department employees! Very helpful for learning basics and techniques to trace the contacts. I suggest all the health depts use this course as an educational material for employees.

By Jamie A

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May 24, 2020

Dr. Gurley, was clear, concise and very easy to follow and listen to. The follow along was easily read and clear. Thank you for a great course and look forward to working to help with Contact Tracing soon.

By Joan A

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May 24, 2020

Excellent Course. Excellent Format. Information given clear and concise. Would recommend this course to anyone interested in Contact tracking or Concise basic information on Coronavirus/Covid 19.

Thank you

By Linda

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May 17, 2020

Good information - should be provided to anyone with real interest in learning about the virus and how to prevent the spread. Maybe send to some government officials who do not understand the real threat.

By Lori A W

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May 16, 2020

I found this course to be informative and extremely helpful in increasing my knowledge of COVID-19. The videos were clear and concise, and the instructor did a wonderful job of presenting the information.

By Terra C

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May 13, 2020

Very informative. Clearly and concisely delivered information on how to perform contact tracing. Each quiz at the end of each module helps with comprehension and to ensure a passing grade on the final quiz

By KImberly R

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May 13, 2020

This is an incredible course that takes the complexities of both the virus and the importance of tracing and breaks it down to levels that most can consume and comprehend. So glad that I took this course!

By Jenn M M

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Jan 7, 2021

This course covered the 5 W's of contact tracing, how to communicate with cases and contacts, and which symptoms to discuss with cases and why. I feel confident in my ability to begin contact tracing now.

By Richelle D

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Dec 17, 2020

Thank you for allow time to schedule this course into a set time and day on my calendar. This supports research regarding what get scheduled and when we are intention goals can be achieved. Thanks again!